At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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Some toothpastes and deodorants contain the same chemicals found in antifreeze.
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In the 60s, a scientist gave LSD to dolphins in an attempt to teach them English.
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Scientists at the Zhejiang University in China have developed an ultra-light material known as carbon aerogel.
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If the chemical sodium is dropped into water it will immediately and violently explode.
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At room temperature, the average air molecule travels at the speed of a rifle bullet.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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